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Word Counter

Count words, characters, sentences, and paragraphs in your text instantly.

Words

Characters

Chars (no spaces)

Sentences

Paragraphs

~1 min

Reading Time

How it works

Paste or type your text and this free word counter tool instantly counts words, characters (with and without spaces), sentences, and paragraphs in real time. No need to install Microsoft Word or any software — it works entirely in your browser.

Why use this tool?

Writers, bloggers, students, and SEO professionals use this tool to meet word limits for essays, articles, meta descriptions, and social media posts. It also helps check reading time and text density for better content optimization.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this word counter free?

Yes, completely free with no sign-up required. It works entirely in your browser.

Does it count characters with or without spaces?

Both. The tool shows character count with spaces and without spaces simultaneously.

Can I use it for SEO meta descriptions?

Yes. Meta descriptions should be under 160 characters. The character counter helps you stay within that limit.

Does my text get stored anywhere?

No. Everything you type is processed locally in your browser and never sent to any server.

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